Overview
The ZF 4657.199.409 LOOSE PARTS kit is a critical service component designed specifically for the WG160 and WG210 series transmissions. This OEM genuine assembly contains the necessary loose hardware and small components required to secure and align internal transmission sections during a rebuild or major repair. Positioned at the interface between the main housing and the front/rear sections, this kit ensures proper clamping force and alignment of the TRANSMISSION HOUSING and the HOUS.FRONT SECT. The SKU 4657.199.409 is a genuine ZF part, guaranteeing exact fitment and metallurgical standards for industrial drivetrain applications.
Symptoms of Failure
- Transmission oil leaks at housing joints: When the loose parts (bolts, pins, or plates) in this kit fatigue or loosen, oil can seep between the HOUSING REAR PART and the main case, leading to visible drips or wet spots on the bell housing.
- Gear slipping under load: Worn or missing fixing plates and pins can allow slight misalignment of the HOUSING REAR SECTION, causing gear engagement to become inconsistent, especially during high-torque shifts.
- Abnormal vibration or driveline noise: If the cap screws or cylindrical pins in the 4657.199.409 kit are compromised, the transmission housing can shift minutely, producing a low-frequency rumble or metallic chatter during operation.
- Difficulty in transmission reassembly: During a rebuild, if the original loose parts are reused, technicians often report that the housing sections do not mate flush, indicating that the hardware has stretched or deformed.
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Part Number | 4657.199.409 |
| Kit Contents | Bolts, pins, fixing plates, screen sheets |
| Material | Alloy steel (heat-treated), zinc-plated |
| Weight (approx.) | 0.85 kg (1.87 lbs) |
| OEM Reference | ZF 4657.199.409 |
| Thread Size (primary) | M10 x 1.5 (cap screws) |
| Hardness Rating | 8.8 grade (minimum) |
Compatibility
This genuine ZF loose parts kit is engineered for the WG160 and WG210 transmission families. Based on its design and fastener configuration, it is also compatible with the WG180, WG200, and select WG150 variants that share the same housing interface geometry. The 4657.199.409 kit is essential when servicing the TRANSMISSION HOUSING and its adjoining sections. Always verify that the HOUS.FRONT SECT and HOUSING REAR PART are correctly aligned using the pins and plates provided in this kit.
Related Components
| Part Number | Name | Function |
|---|---|---|
| 0631306816 | CYLINDRICAL PIN | Aligns housing sections during assembly |
| 4656301148 | FIXING PLATE | Secures bearing and shaft positions |
| 0636100817 | CAP SCREW | Fastens front housing to main case |
| 4656301016 | SCREEN SHEET | Filters debris in oil return passages |
| 4656301017 | SCREEN SHEET | Secondary filtration for valve body area |
| 0636100803 | CAP SCREW | Secures rear housing section |

